Lactobacillus Acidophilus Benefits & Uses

Lactobacillus Acidophilus is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Diarrhoea (Read More - Home Remedies for Diarrhoea)

Lactobacillus Acidophilus Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Diarrhoea (Loose Motions) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 2 Capsule Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Diarrhoea (Loose Motions) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 2 Capsule Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Lactobacillus Acidophilus Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Lactobacillus Acidophilus is used -

Common

पेट की गैस
Nausea or vomiting
Abdominal cramp
Soft stools

Lactobacillus Acidophilus Related Warnings

Is the use of Lactobacillus Acidophilus safe for pregnant women?

No research has been done to ascertain the safety of Lactobacillus Acidophilus in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, it is best to ask a doctor to know if you can take it.

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Is the use of Lactobacillus Acidophilus safe during breastfeeding?

Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Lactobacillus Acidophilus for breastfeeding women are not known.

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What is the effect of Lactobacillus Acidophilus on the Kidneys?

Information about safety of Lactobacillus Acidophilus for kidney is not available since scientific research on this topic is yet to be done.

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What is the effect of Lactobacillus Acidophilus on the Liver?

There is no research available on the side effects of Lactobacillus Acidophilus on the liver. Therefore, its impact is unknown.

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What is the effect of Lactobacillus Acidophilus on the Heart?

Side effects of Lactobacillus Acidophilus on heart are unknown because research on this has not been conducted yet.

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Lactobacillus Acidophilus Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lactobacillus Acidophilus unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Allergy
Inflammatory Bowel Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Lactobacillus Acidophilus

Is this Lactobacillus Acidophilus habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Lactobacillus Acidophilus is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Lactobacillus Acidophilus can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Lactobacillus Acidophilus is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Lactobacillus Acidophilus is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Lactobacillus Acidophilus Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Lactobacillus Acidophilus

There is no information on the effects of taking Lactobacillus Acidophilus with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.

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Interaction between Alcohol and Lactobacillus Acidophilus

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Lactobacillus Acidophilus and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

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